Peacekeepers in Lebanon: ‘Deep concern’ over continued hostilities: UN
The UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon Tuesday voiced deep concern over the escalation in the exchanges of fire across, and increasingly beyond, the Blue...
Palau businesses brace for potential minimum wage hikes
Palau’s national congress, the Olbiil Era Kelulau (OEK), is considering two proposals to raise the minimum wage.
The government has advocated for an increase for...
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Sexual harassment of Fiji’s women journalists ‘concerningly widespread’ – research
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Pacific countries trained to better manage public debt using Commonwealth Meridian
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New Caledonia elections to be delayed, ahead of crucial constitutional reforms
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U.S officials say pact with strategically key Pacific island nations underscores American commitment
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Japan, Pacific islands begin second defence ministerial talks in Tokyo
Japan on Tuesday began its second ministerial-level defence meeting with Pacific island nations in Tokyo, aiming to counter China's expanding military clout and maritime...
Fiji Military launches new rapid response infantry unit
Fiji's Military Chief of Staff Land Force Command, Colonel (Col) Viliame Draunibaka, officiated the launch of the new established unit under the Third Battalion...
Bendigo Bank delays exit from Nauru as Chinese state-owned bank emerges as replacement
Bendigo has temporarily delayed its plan to pull out of Nauru and close the Pacific Island country's only bank after a Chinese state-owned bank...
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Palau President Whipps pushes for fixed annual Forum date
By Pita Ligaiula in Koror, Palau
Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr says he will push Forum Leaders to set a fixed annual date for the...
Kiribati President Maamau hands Small Island States Chair to Palau
By Pita Ligaiula in Koror, Palau
Kiribati President Taneti Maamau has called for stronger advocacy and support for Small Island States as he handed...
Palau takes SIS Chair, President Whipps calls for results that reach the people
By Pita Ligaiula in Koror, Palau
Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr has called on Small Island States (SIS) leaders to focus on practical outcomes...